# Upgraded Derelict Buildings The Villa in the Sky Goes from Rundown to Luxurious By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2014-05-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-in-the-sky References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/villa-in-the-sky-abraham-john-architects-arabian-sea-05-07-2014/) & [abrahamjohnarchitects](http://abrahamjohnarchitects.com/) Transformed from a rundown, derelict building into a [luxurious penthouse](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tico-curvo) fit for celebrities, the Villa in the Sky by Abraham John Architects demonstrates just how much can be done to upgrade a structure. The house is located in India, and [sits on top of a hill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cloud-house) [overlooking the ocean](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a). Moreover, all rooms face the ocean to make the most of this pristine location in the tropical paradise. Abraham John Architects wanted to ensure that the building was eco-friendly, so the team installed low-energy appliances. For the interior design, wood accents are used throughout, giving the house a luxurious look, but one that appears natural and not over-the-top. For a house to escape to, the Villa in the Sky is close to perfection. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/architecture/villa-in-the-sky-abraham-john-architects-arabian-sea-05-07-2014/), [abrahamjohnarchitects](http://abrahamjohnarchitects.com/) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Architecture](https://www.trendhunter.com/architecture) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Building Upgrades:** Opportunities for transforming rundown buildings into luxurious spaces are on the rise. - **Eco-friendly Design:** The demand for low-energy appliances and sustainable materials in building upgrades presents a disruptive innovation opportunity. - **Luxury Real Estate:** The market for high-end, ocean-facing properties continues to grow, creating opportunities for luxurious and stylish building upgrades. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can capitalize on the trend of building upgrades to transform derelict buildings into stunning, eco-friendly structures. - **Home Appliances:** Appliance manufacturers can seize the opportunity to develop and market low-energy appliances for eco-friendly building upgrades. - **Real Estate Development:** Real estate developers can meet the demand for luxury properties by acquiring and upgrading rundown buildings into high-end, ocean-facing homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hillside Family Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sky-house-1.md) - [Diamond-Inspired Luxe Skyscrapers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-miami.md) - [Renovated Lakeside French Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-villa.md) - [Organic Coastal Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diachok-architects.md) - [Sustainable Dynamic Hilltop Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ro54.md) - [Beach-Overlooking Picturesque Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-a.md) - [Plant-Covered Concrete Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-kd45.md) - [Tropical House Renovations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-brisana.md) - [Coastal Terraced Villas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-bo.md)